Work It Out from Context
L.3.4
NameDate
Tick the right meaning.
1.A murmur of voices came from the hall. What does "murmur" mean here?
- A.a low continuous sound
- B.a bright flash
- C.a sudden bang
- D.a sharp smell
2.The deer was wary of the open field. What does "wary" mean here?
- A.very sleepy
- B.completely fearless
- C.careful because of possible danger
- D.very greedy
3.There was a peculiar mark on the door. What does "peculiar" mean here?
- A.strange or odd
- B.completely usual
- C.very heavy
- D.very expensive
4.They set off at a brisk pace. What does "brisk" mean here?
- A.cold and damp
- B.quick and energetic
- C.slow and tired
- D.loud and angry
5.Tall grass concealed the entrance to the burrow. What does "conceal" mean here?
- A.to measure
- B.to show clearly
- C.to hide from sight
- D.to destroy
6.A vast plain stretched beyond the river. What does "vast" mean here?
- A.very recent
- B.very small in size
- C.very great in size or amount
- D.very costly
7.The bustle of the market filled the square. What does "bustle" mean here?
- A.complete stillness
- B.gentle music
- C.steady rainfall
- D.busy noisy activity
8.The drenched sheep huddled by the wall. What does "drenched" mean here?
- A.completely dry
- B.very fast
- C.thoroughly soaked
- D.newly shorn
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